Sec. 14.03.05.02. Exemptions

A. This chapter does not apply to:

(1) Any real property acquisition by the State, including property subject to condemnation, other than a lease of real estate for the State's use;

(2) The settlement of litigation;

(3) The settlement of judicial or administrative enforcement proceedings by or on behalf of the State, except for proceedings to enforce State Finance and Procurement Article, §§19-101-19-120, Annotated Code of Maryland; and

(4) Agreements concerning standards for locating facilities in a State right-of-way if a business entity has a statutory right to be in the right-of-way.

B. A government entity receiving federal financial assistance under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is not covered under this chapter unless the government entity is participating in an economic development project.